Use SHEETSNAME through 3 how-to topics: entering it from the Insert Function dialog box, typing the formula directly in a cell, and reviewing syntax and parameter details; choose a topic from the index and follow the steps.
How-to Index
| No. | Topic | Membership Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Enter the function from the Insert Function dialog box | Free |
| 2 | 2. Type the formula directly in a cell | Free |
| 3 | 3. Review syntax and parameter details | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Enter the function from the Insert Function dialog box
Entry point: Formula tab → Insert Function
- Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
- Click the fx button in the formula bar, or click Insert Function on the Formula tab.
- Search for SHEETSNAME in the Insert Function dialog box.
- Select the function and click OK.
- Enter each argument in the Function Arguments dialog box.
- Click OK to finish entering the function.
Success Criteria
- On-screen result: the target cell now contains the SHEETSNAME function.
- What you can do next: you can keep editing arguments, press Enter to confirm, or copy the formula to other cells.
Tips While Using
- Enter the full function name when searching so it is easier to find the correct result.
- Before filling in arguments, confirm that the target cell and referenced range are correct.
2. Type the formula directly in a cell
Entry point: Cell → Formula bar
- Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
- Type
=SHEETSNAME(...)directly in the cell or in the formula bar. - Press Enter to confirm.
- If you want to review parameter details, type
=SHEETSNAME(and press F1 to open syntax guidance.
Success Criteria
- On-screen result: the cell shows the formula result, or the full formula appears while the cell is in edit mode.
- What you can do next: you can fill down, copy and paste, or revise the arguments.
Tips While Using
- Check parentheses, separators, and argument order carefully.
- If the result looks wrong, review argument types and cell references first.
3. Review syntax and parameter details
Entry point: Formula tab → Insert Function
- Click Insert Function on the Formula tab.
- Enter SHEETSNAME in the search box.
- Select the function and review the syntax format:
SHEETSNAME(...). - Click the help link for the function to open more details.
Success Criteria
- On-screen result: the function name, syntax format, and parameter help entry are visible.
- What you can do next: you can return to the worksheet and continue entering or editing the formula.
Tips While Using
- Reviewing syntax before entry can reduce argument-order mistakes.
- When troubleshooting, compare the help details with the current formula one item at a time.